Robert Lee Ford, Jr.

Robert Lee Ford, Jr., 90, of Northside Road, Elizabeth City, NC died January 30, 2019 at his residence. Born in Muskogee, OK on April 20, 1928 to the late Robert Lee Ford and Florence Elma Detherage Ford, he was the husband of Ann Crutchfield Jones Ford. He served his country honorably in the U. S. Navy and was a retired college professor.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Roberta L. Lewis (William); a step-daughter, Annette Temple (Leonard); a son, Douglas E. Ford (Judy); one grandchild; one great grandchild; and several step-grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Edsel W. Ford.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 4, 2019 at Twiford Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Don Carter officiating. The family will receive friends at the residence, 1256 Northside Road, Elizabeth City, NC. A private burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA of Northeastern North Carolina, 102 Enterprise Drive, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. Twiford Funeral Home, 405 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Ford family. Online memorial condolences may be sent to the family at http://www.TwifordFH.com.

Condolence Messages

Mr. Ford was the best Professor I had at COA. He launched my life’s career as a High School Drafting Instructor, Tool Designer, Manufacturing Engineer, and in Design Engineering.
May you Rest In Peace, Sir.

So sorry for loss. Ya all are in our thoughts and prayers. Want to share a brief encouraging and comforting thought.This has helped us a lot. We hope it will help you too.
Its found at Acts 24:15. This shows that there will be a resurrection. One day we will be able to see our dead loved ones again. Things will be better because bad things, including death, will be no more (Revelation 21:4).

I worked with Mr. Ford at COA and a couple of months ago ran into him at my doctor’s office. I am so glad he and I got to chat about our great days at COA. Mr. Ford was a kind, soft spoken man loved by his students and co-workers. My prayers go up for you, Robbie and family.

I remember what a nice man Mr. Ford was while growing up in the Edgewood neighborhood. Mr. Ford also taught me drafting at COA and I learned much from him that I carried forward in an engineering career. I also remember Mr. Ford fishing with my dad and what a great craftsman he was. My prayers go out to Mr. Ford’s family.

I was very sorry to learn of the passing of Bob Ford. He and I worked together at COA for most of my 28 years at the college. He was highly respected by his students and his colleagues. I don’t think I ever heard a negative word spoken about Bob. He was an excellent teacher. He was a quiet man of great integrity. When he spoke, people listened. On more than one occasion during my time as president of the college, I sought his counsel on issues I was facing. In his quiet and wise way, he always provided advice on what he thought was best for the college.

Wynda and I extend our condolences to Bob’s family. He left his mark and made this world a better place.

I am so sorry for your loss. There has never been a nicer person than Mr Ford. He was an inspiration to hundreds of students and many fellow instructors like me while at COA. We also shared many enjoyable fishing trips and used to joke each other about who got hung up in the bushes the most. My prayers are with you all.

This earthly world has lost a true gem. So soft spoken, humble, gracious, talented, and sadly, now to be no longer among us. Just please know that I treasure the memories I have of Mr. Ford. May the Lord give you strength at this difficult time.

To the Ford Family,
I knew Mr. Bob from COA. He actually built and installed a piece of furniture for our new home addition while at COA. His published photo is just the way he always appeared. I will always have fond memories of him. Please accept my sincere sympathy in your loss. Our memories will always keep him near.

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